Sr Communications Specialist

General Summary of Position
Manages internal communication efforts which include writing and editing newsletters and materials, planning events and activities, and supporting company-wide and system-wide initiatives for MedStar Health Home Care and MedStar Health Research Institute. Manages digital communication strategy; develops and updates content for the external website and intranet. Develops content and concepts for external communication materials and community outreach. Writes and compiles articles for publications and press releases.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages internal communication efforts including employee newsletters, leadership talking points, informational campaigns, intranet content, associate events, and promotional activities that support internal company objectives. Establishes appropriate timelines and sets goals to measure the effectiveness of internal campaigns. Plans, promotes, and helps to execute events town hall meetings, organizational development/training, open offices hours with executives, and celebratory events.
• Manages the company's digital communication strategy; identifies develops and executes online tactics to support internal and external communication efforts. Develops and updates web content, writing, and editing for both the external website and intranet.
• Researches, writes, produces, and distributes collateral material including brochures, invitations, flyers, posters, handbooks, reports, displays, and other written communication as necessary for internal and external company programs and services. Identifies opportunities for additional communication/collateral material when warranted. Collaborates with individual departments to facilitate advertisement design and placement. Serves as a resource for promotional ideas.
• Supports philanthropy efforts - internally and externally.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, English, Mass Communication, or Marketing required

Experience

• 3-4 years Experience in marketing and communication, media relations, writing/editing, and web required
• Healthcare Experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent writing and editing skills for a variety of communication vehicles including newsletters, brochures, promotional materials, media releases, presentations, and the web.
• Multi-tasking and project management skills.
• Proficient computer skills.